CLEVELAND, May 11th – Cavaliers' guard Larry Hughes' younger brother, Justin Hughes, passed away earlier today. Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry issued the following statement in relation to this ….

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Vanessa, Carrie, Larry and the entire Hughes family during this very difficult time. Justin Hughes touched all of us in a special way with his resilient life. Life sometimes helps put the proper perspective on basketball, and this is one of those occasions. Now is a time for Larry to be with his family as they deal with the loss of Justin. The timetable for Larry's return to the Cavaliers has not been determined. The Cavaliers would like to encourage donations to The Larry Hughes Family Foundation as they continue their support of donors and recipients of organ transplants." - Danny Ferry, Cavaliers General Manager

Note: The Larry Hughes Family Foundation assists families of organ donors and recipients with financial and emotional needs, and works to educate the public about organ and tissue donations. The foundation was established in August 2000 by Larry and Vanessa Hughes on behalf of Vanessa's youngest son (and Larry's brother), Justin, who was born with a heart defect.

Foundation Address:
The Larry Hughes Family Foundation
1021 South Big Bend Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63117